Can you walk from train station to Pena Palace?

Today, we arrived in Sintra around 8:40am and we walked from the train station to Pena Palace. It doesn't take an hour. It took maybe about 45 to 50 minutes and we did stop along the way to take pictures.



Technically, you can walk from the Sintra train station to Pena Palace, but it is not recommended for most visitors. The walk is approximately 2 miles (3.2 km) and consists of a very steep, winding uphill climb that takes about 45 to 60 minutes. The road is narrow and often congested with Tuk-Tuks and buses, making the pedestrian experience less than ideal. In 2026, the vast majority of tourists take the 434 tourist bus, which loops from the station directly to the Palace gates, or hire a private Tuk-Tuk for about €10–€20. If you do choose to hike, it is better to take the Villa Sassetti trail, which is a dedicated forest path that is more scenic and safer than the main road. However, keep in mind that the Pena Palace grounds themselves involve a lot of walking and climbing, so saving your energy by taking transport to the entrance is usually the smarter strategic move for a day trip.

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The best way to get from Sintra (Station) to Pena National Palace without a car is to line 434 bus which takes 25 min and costs €3 - €5.

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How to Get to Pena Palace
  1. STEP 1: TAKE THE TRAIN. There's a direct train that connects Lisbon to Sintra's central hub so head to Rossio Train Station, located downtown just off of the famed Plaza Rossio (AKA King Pedro IV Square). ...
  2. STEP 2A: TAKE THE BUS. ...
  3. STEP 2B: TAKE A TAXI. ...
  4. STEP 2C: TAKE A TUK-TUK. ...
  5. STEP 3: BUY YOUR TICKETS.


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To reach Quinta da Regaleira from the Sintra train station, take bus 434 to Largo Ferreira Castro. The entrance to the palace is an 8 minute walk up the road from there. Alternatively, you can walk to Quinta da Regaleira. From Sintra train station it's a 22 minute walk, and from Sintra town it's about 15 minutes.

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Getting to Quinta da Regaleira by Public Transport Catch bus 434 from Sintra Estacao and get down at Estrada Pena N16. Buses depart every 15 minutes for this route. From Estrada Pena N16, the estate is just 1.1 km away. You will have to walk this distance.

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To reach the Palace of Pena, follow the signposted footpath as far as the main entrance to the Park of Pena and then climb to the Palace. This walk takes around 30 minutes.

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Make your way to Rossio Train Station, situated in the heart of Lisbon near the renowned Plaza Rossio, also known as King Pedro IV Square. From there, you can hop on the train and embark on a half and hour journey to Sintras' central hub. From the station hail an uber or a tuk- tuk f to the Pena Palace.

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A paid transfer service (which you can choose when buying your ticket), that brings guests from the Park Entrance to the Palace. The service runs every 15 minutes and is wheelchair accessible.

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The Uber will send you to the ticket booth at the Palace entrance ( exactly the same place where the bus will drop you). I don't think any non-Pena Palace car goes beyond that. Inside the palace, you need take a 10 minutes uphill walk to reach the main building ( where your ticket will be checked. again).

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In my experience it's best to visit Pena Palace in the morning as it gets packed, while the other attractions have more manageable crowds. Ensure you book the tickets to Pena Palace online in advance to save significant time. The visit will take you around two hours.

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Depending on your Sintra itinerary, the Sintra Green Card could be a good option for you. This discount tourist card includes public transportation and entry to some of Sintra's main attractions. There are two options, and they are worth the price if you plan to do everything that's included with them.

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24-hour unlimited Hop-On Hop-Off Bus Tour with 360-degree panoramic views of Sintra. Access to 2 bus routes around Sintra, with stops near palaces, parks, and beaches. Create your own itinerary to explore the city and its popular attractions.

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Sintra is a hilly town and since some palaces and castles are located a bit far away from each other, it's not always possible to walk everywhere. For bigger distances, you can use local buses, tuk-tuks, and taxis.

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How long to spend in the Palacio da Pena? A visit to the Palacio da Pena will take at least two and half hours, and could be much longer. The staterooms and interior of the palace take 40 minutes to fully appreciate, while the terraces need another 30 minutes.

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The Palacio Nacional de Sintra is open every day from 9:30 until 19:00 and the last entrance at 18:30. The entrance fee is €10.00/€8.50/€8.50/€33.00 (adult/child/senior/family).

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Trains run every 30 minutes between Lisbon Sete Rios and Sintra. The earliest departure is at 06:50 in the morning, and the last departure from Lisbon Sete Rios is at 23:50 which arrives into Sintra at 00:25. All services run direct with no transfers required, and take on average 35 min.

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